C04038v9 Master of Financial Analysis
Award(s): Master of Financial Analysis (MFinAnalys)CRICOS code: 036577F
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 72
Course EFTSL: 1.5
Location: City campus
Overview
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Pathway course
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Articulation with UTS courses
Professional recognition
Other information
Overview
The Master of Financial Analysis provides advanced-level study in a range of contemporary accounting and finance issues.
The core subjects are designed to offer a balanced coverage of accounting, finance, investment topics and legal aspects.
Career options
Career options include financial analyst and financial planning positions in the financial services sector, industry and government.
Course intended learning outcomes
| 1.1 | Research and critically analyse complex information for business decisions |
| 1.2 | Apply complex business concepts, taking into account the broader environmental context |
| 2.1 | Apply innovative problem-solving processes to address complex business issues |
| 2.2 | Apply multiple integrated solutions in decision-making |
| 3.1 | Convey information clearly and fluently in high-quality written form appropriate for the audience |
| 3.2 | Demonstrate effective oral presentation skills suitable for academic or professional audiences |
| 3.3 | Interact effectively with others in order to work towards a desired outcome |
| 4.1 | Apply ethical and social responsibility principles in professional practice |
| 4.2 | Apply sustainability principles to decisions in business contexts |
| 5.1 | Apply high-level technical skills necessary for professional practice in the finance industry |
| 5.2 | Evaluate Indigenous business practices and the financial innovations that are relevant to Indigenous households and businesses |
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
Minimum Academic Requirement: The previous qualification must be in a related field, within the business discipline.
All applicants who do not meet the minimum academic requirement may still be considered on the basis of a minimum of at least two years full time, or equivalent, relevant work experience.
The relevant work experience must be demonstrated through a C.V. and a Statement of Service, confirming the dates of employment and the position held within the organisation.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Pathway course
Satisfactory completion of the UTS Graduate Certificate in Financial Analysis (C11015), or satisfactory completion of the UTS Graduate Diploma in Financial Analysis (C07012), allows students to articulate into the Master of Financial Analysis.
Recognition of prior learning
Students may be granted a maximum of eight subject exemptions based on recognition of prior learning, of which four core subjects may be approved from prior undergraduate study. For more information about the application process, see How to Apply for Recognition of Prior Learning.
Course duration and attendance
The course is offered on a one-and-a-half year, full-time or three-year, part-time basis.
Course structure
The course totals 72 credit points of study, made up of 12 core subjects.
Course completion requirements
| 25742 Financial Management | 6cp | |
| 22747 Accounting for Managerial Decisions | 6cp | |
| 23706 Economics for Management | 6cp | |
| 79708 Contemporary Business Law | 6cp | |
| 25741 Capital Markets | 6cp | |
| 25705 Financial Modelling and Analysis | 6cp | |
| 22748 Financial Reporting and Analysis | 6cp | |
| 22754 Corporate Accounting | 6cp | |
| 25721 Investment Management | 6cp | |
| 77938 Introduction to Taxation Law | 6cp | |
| 25743 Advanced Corporate Valuation | 6cp | |
| 25848 Applied Cases in Finance (Capstone) | 6cp | |
| Total | 72cp |
Course program
A typical course program is provided below, showing a suggested study sequence. Most of the subjects are offered in Autumn, Spring and Summer sessions.
Refer to the Timetable Planner for confirmation of availability.
| Autumn commencing, full time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 22747 Accounting for Managerial Decisions | 6cp | |
| 23706 Economics for Management | 6cp | |
| 25742 Financial Management | 6cp | |
| 79708 Contemporary Business Law | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 22748 Financial Reporting and Analysis | 6cp | |
| 25705 Financial Modelling and Analysis | 6cp | |
| 25741 Capital Markets | 6cp | |
| 22754 Corporate Accounting | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 25721 Investment Management | 6cp | |
| 25743 Advanced Corporate Valuation | 6cp | |
| 77938 Introduction to Taxation Law | 6cp | |
| 25848 Applied Cases in Finance (Capstone) | 6cp | |
| Autumn commencing, part time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 22747 Accounting for Managerial Decisions | 6cp | |
| 23706 Economics for Management | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 25742 Financial Management | 6cp | |
| 79708 Contemporary Business Law | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 22748 Financial Reporting and Analysis | 6cp | |
| 25741 Capital Markets | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 25721 Investment Management | 6cp | |
| 22754 Corporate Accounting | 6cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 25743 Advanced Corporate Valuation | 6cp | |
| 25705 Financial Modelling and Analysis | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 25848 Applied Cases in Finance (Capstone) | 6cp | |
| 77938 Introduction to Taxation Law | 6cp | |
Articulation with UTS courses
This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Financial Analysis (C11015), the Graduate Diploma in Financial Analysis (C07012), and the Master of Financial Analysis.
Professional recognition
Completion of the course meets the education requirements for Affiliate membership and, in conjunction with work experience, the requirements for Associate membership with the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA).
Other information
Further information is available from the UTS Business School on:
telephone 1300 ask UTS (1300 275 887)
email business@uts.edu.au
Business (Postgraduate)